Rory Robertson
Rory Alastair Robertson has a long-standing history working across the interiors industry. Raised in Morningside, Edinburgh, Rory grew up surrounded by classically grand Scottish Georgian and Victorian architecture.
His first appreciation for interior decoration sparked when his mother hired scaffolding and decorated their three-storey Victorian staircase in Farrow & Ball Picture Gallery Red, by herself. She then painstakingly gold leafed the drawing room - by hand - over a base coat of Sudbury Yellow. This was the era of Jocasta Innes and Kenneth Turner, when paint techniques and maximalist style were the decorating raison d'être.
With this inherited gene of creativity, Rory went on to study Interior Architecture at the University of Edinburgh, and later, Theatre Set Design and Architectural Illustration at The Rhode Island School of Design on America's East Coast.
Rory's foray with the editorial world started a decade ago at Livingetc magazine, a title which he regularly contributes to today. Specialising with a deep-seated appreciation for historical homes and interiors, Rory often travels far and wide to be inspired by unique properties with a fascinating history.
If he’s not uncovering an unusual National Trust property in the UK, then he’s seeking out a Neo-Classical clifftop villa in Capri or a Palazzo in Florence.
Based in London’s Shoreditch, working as a Senior Interiors Editor and Consultant, Rory's portfolio of work is a creative melting pot of residential and commercial interior design projects and a plethora of editorial writing work. Rory is also Guest Interiors Lecturer at the prestigious KLC School of Interior Design in Chelsea, London. His most cosseted possession is a ramshackle Citroen Deux Chevaux, which he has reupholstered in Pierre Frey yellow and turquoise silk fabric.
Discover more at roryrobertson.co.uk and @rory_stylist.
Latest articles by Rory Robertson
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Shop Expressive Elegance - Key Pieces That Perfect 2024's Biggest Trend
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Colors that go with red – combination ideas to make this tricky shade work for your home
These colors that go with red can change the vibe of your home entirely
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The 25 key Lighting Trends for 2024, Setting the Stage for how Homes Will Look Next Year
Experts decode the lighting trends for 2024, explaining the brightest ideas and most brilliant lightbulb moments
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Colors that go with purple - the expert guide to decorating
Here's everything you need to know about the colors that go with purple, packed with expert advice on how to apply it in your home
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Colors that go with brown - how to get this tricky shade right
Interior design experts explain the best colors that go with brown, and how to use it artfully in your decor
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Vanity lighting ideas – how to choose the perfect styles for a beautifully lit bathroom
From traditional sconces to contemporary globe design, these vanity lighting ideas are far from basic
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Bathroom mirror lighting ideas – how to pick the perfect flattering light for your space
Bathroom mirror lighting ideas may seem like an afterthought when remodeling a space but getting this small detail right can be key to illuminate your room effectively
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Sustainable architecture – a guide to eco-friendly, energy saving homes
What exactly is sustainable architecture? And how do we create more eco-friendly homes and projects? We spoke to the experts at RIBA to get the low down.
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Sustainable living: the expert guide to getting it right
Sustainable living isn't always easy, but made a lot easier thanks to this expert advice on sourcing and being.
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How to make your next project more sustainable according to an architect
We all want to make more eco-conscious decisions when it comes to our home projects, so we spoke with the experts on how to be more sustainable in our choices
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Ikea bed hacks – how to give your sleep sanctuary a stylish uplift in just a weekend
These luxe IKEA bed hacks will transform any bedroom without blowing the budget...
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Butler's pantry ideas – how to create the handy addition in any sized kitchen
Because butler's pantry ideas aren't just reserved for grand period properties, here's how to make one work in your space
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5 sustainable architecture projects that show what the future of eco-homes looks like
We’ve rounded up a cross-section of sustainable architecture projects that offer unique and interesting insights into recent sustainable architecture work
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Glassware: types of drinking glasses every home needs
Glassware comes in all shapes and sizes, and this shopping edit of the types of drinking glasses will help you decode when to use what
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The very best Ikea desk hacks to turn your home office into a beautiful creative space
These brilliant Ikea desk hacks mean you can have a workspace at home you feel excited to be sitting at
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Small bedroom office ideas - how to make every corner of your home work for you
Small bedroom office ideas can be smart and beautiful if you follow this expert advice for getting the most out of the space you have
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Living room DIY projects – 8 easy ways to refresh your space in just a weekend
Bring your space up to date with our living room DIY projects and quick refreshes you can do in a matter of hours
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Modern rustic living room ideas - the expert guide to creating a soothing scheme
Modern rustic living room ideas are both calming and uplifting, full of soft colors and softer textures. Here's how to get it right
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How to overhaul your bedroom - the easy DIY project you can easily do this weekend
Bring your bedroom up to date with this interiors expert's ideas for quick refreshes you can do in a weekend
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How to overhaul your bathroom - the Easter DIY project you can easily do this weekend
Bring your bathroom up to date with this interiors expert's ideas for quick refreshes you can do in a weekend
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How to overhaul your kitchen - the Easter DIY project you can easily do this weekend
Two interiors experts offer advice for the kitchen DIY you can get done this weekend
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The Barcelona Chair: where to buy, how to style and all you need to know
The Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe is one of the most famous pieces of modern design - here, we find out why
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The Egg Chair: where to buy, how to style and all you need to know
The Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen is well loved and appears in many modern homes, and so we shine a spotlight on this mid-century hero
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The Eames Lounge Chair: where to buy, how to style and all you need to know
The Eames Lounge chair design is a true mid-century masterpiece and interiors icon.We sit down and take a closer look at this cosseted design classic
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